M7 Project: Gifted and Talented Students by Regan B https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo Regan Brownlee en-us 2018-10-07 18:22:53 UTC 2025-12-01 18:29:16 UTC hello@padlet.com Giftedness Defined 54regan https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290065406 Giftedness is defined as “Children and youth with outstanding talent who perform or show the potential for performing at remarkably high levels of accomplishment when compared with others of their age, experience, or environment.” US Department of Education, 1993. The definition is used by most school districts in the United States. 
Each district has its own regulations for identifying students who qualify for the gifted programs. Some of the most typical signs students with gifted tendencies will show include, being perfectionists and idealistic, being problem solvers, etc.]]> 2018-10-07 18:25:44 UTC https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290065406 How to Spot a Gifted Student 54regan https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290068462 If you notice students in your classroom showing these traits, they may be gifted students:
Learns new information quickly, but is bored very easily.
Becomes involved in a lot of activities, but tends to get too involved and ends up leaving projects unfinished. 
Finishes classwork quickly, but does it sloppily.
Thinks independently and challenges authority.
Likes to debate problems, but tends to argue.
Shows strong self-expressive skills, but can seem self centered or "stuck up."

]]> 2018-10-07 18:48:48 UTC https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290068462 Working with Gifted and Talented Students in the Classroom 54regan https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290069181 Working with students who are gifted is rewarding, but can be difficult at times. Meeting the needs of these students is critical. Create independent projects so students can use all of their time up wisely. For motivation, create some friendly academic competition! Doing this will challenge the students academically, but it also gives the students the opportunity to develop leadership skills. Finding a mentor for your students can also be beneficial. ]]> 2018-10-07 18:54:34 UTC https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290069181 Meeting the Needs of Gifted Students in the Classroom 54regan https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290070910 Same as Above]]> 2018-10-07 19:08:03 UTC https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290070910 Six Ways to Meet Bright and Gifted Kids' Needs Without Much Extra Work Video 54regan https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290071244 1. Cluster Group
2. Allow or give bright and gifted students an alternative assignment. 
3. Make them occasional assistants. 
4. Students teach a lesson to the entire class.
5. Allow students to join a higher grade level for select classes if appropriate.
6. Skip a few grades]]> 2018-10-07 19:10:31 UTC https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290071244 Gifted Children Documentary Video 54regan https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290072737 One major challenge involving gifted students is identifying them. Some students feel they are trying to be "fixed" rather than "understood." The gifted students way of processing lectures and information is uncommon and different than those who are not gifted. Some gifted students are gifted in every aspect, and other gifted students excel in specific areas. ]]> 2018-10-07 19:21:04 UTC https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290072737 Tips for Teaching Gifted Students 54regan https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290079180 1. Familiarize yourself with the characteristics of the gifted students.
2. Let go of what you believe to be normal.
3. Conduct informal assessments.
4. Familiarize yourself with Piaget and Bloom.
5. Involve the student's Parents.
6. Learn about distance learning opportunities. 
7. Explore Acceleration.
8. Learn from others experiences.
9. Use your outside resources. 

]]> 2018-10-07 20:12:03 UTC https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290079180 How Will I Accommodate Gifted Learners in My Classroom? 54regan https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290079624 I will look for the helpers in my classroom. Giving them the opportunity to do things after their assignment is finished if I did not make a special assignment will help keep them doing something productive in the class. 

I will take the time to get to know what my gifted students excel in so I can incorporate more challenging activities for them.

I will treat my students with an open mind set and understand the help they need and do my best as an educator to allow them to learn to the fullest potential.]]> 2018-10-07 20:16:00 UTC https://padlet.com/54regan/1bbz0m5fwugo/wish/290079624